2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2001 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1385 kg more than 2001 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Donkervoort D8. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2001 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2001 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Donkervoort D8 | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Honda |
| Model | D8 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
